Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Revealed January 2013
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS30
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic ZS25, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the ZS25 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe FP3 was manufactured 4 years prior to the ZS25 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FP3 matches up vs the ZS25 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Panasonic ZS25
FP3 | ZS25 | |||
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Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Panasonic FP3
ZS25 | FP3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2013 | January 2010 | Fresher by 36 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic ZS25
FP3 | ZS25 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 offers outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic ZS25 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP3 versus the ZS25.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and ZS25 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching specifications. The graphic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and ZS25.
To sum up, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic ZS25 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older FP3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 6.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 grams (0.34 pounds) | 193 grams (0.43 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 pictures |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $182 | $300 |